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Citroen BX 1.6 Break

General information

ModelCitroen BX 1.6 Break
Year1986
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating57 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1580 ccm (96.41 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1580 ccm (96.41 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power90.20 PS (66 kW or 89 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque135.00 Nm (13.8 kgf-m or 99.6 ft.lbs) at 2800 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke83.0 x 73.0 mm (3.3 x 2.9 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0911 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors5
Passenger space4420 litres (1,168 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (429.1 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight990 kg (2,182.6 pounds)
Overall length4400 mm (173.2 inches)
Overall width1690 mm (66.5 inches)
Overall height1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2660 mm (104.7 inches)
Fuel capacity80.0 litres (21.14 gallons)
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